Construction Surveillance Technician (CST) | Top Secret
Key Responsibilities
- Operate inspection and surveillance equipment
- Utilize knowledge of construction disciplines, including civil, architectural, mechanical, electrical, and electronic engineering principles
- Read and analyze construction designs and blueprints to determine intended use
- Analyze structural designs and complexities that may conceal unintended purposes
- Apply knowledge of Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM) and construction security principles
- Identify noncompliance with ICD 705 secure construction requirements
- Maintain continuous observation of construction processes prior to enclosure
- Write detailed reports and analyses of findings, issues, and security situations
- Maintain daily logs during assigned shifts
Required Qualifications
- Clearance: Active Top-Secret clearance required
- Citizenship: U.S. Citizen
- Age: 21 years or older
- Certification: Active CST certification required
- Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Experience:
- U.S. Government-approved CST training and certification
- Ability to perform construction surveillance in compliance with ICD 705 standards
- Working knowledge of ICD 705 secure construction requirements
- Ability to identify noncompliance with construction security standards
- Understanding of secure construction methods that must remain observable prior to enclosure
- Experience using alarm systems, metal detectors, x-ray devices, and closed-circuit television systems
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and blueprints
- Ability to analyze designs and structural complexities
- Knowledge of Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM)
- Ability to communicate effectively in English and produce written reports and analyses
Work Schedule & Conditions
- Schedule: Monday–Friday
- Hrs: Guaranteed 40 hours per week
- Overtime may be available or required. Flexibility may be required based on project needs.
Compensation & Benefits
- Rate: $ 35.00 per hour
- Benefits: Health, 401(k), PTO & Sick Leave, and Paid Holidays are available to all W2 employees of IDS
- Adjusted hourly rates and daily per diem may be available for non-local and/or travel assignments.
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